Is the heated bed of much value if I intend to print only in PLA?
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Heated bed probably isn't as good of a value if that is what you are doing, but that depends upon how you plan on prepping the bed when you print. If you do the rather popular painters tape treatment a heated bed would cause adhesion issues with that tape sticking to the bed.
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Yes, it can be used, but I would prefer a heavier stock. My printer at this time can't handle anything heavier.
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Correct on both Questions however make sure the model you purchase is a two sided printer.
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As noted you can mod the printer fairly easily to print onto discs; check for your model on eBay to get the tray and roller assembly. FWIW, I've helped a few friends mod iP4000 Pixma printers and it's a pretty easy modification.
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Not without a spendy mod. You'd be better off with a factory setup duplex laser printer.
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No, the Epson Artisan 837 is an inkjet printer not a thermal printer, which is necessary for sublimation inks and pattern heat transfers. I would recommend looking at (http://www.diyprintingsupply.com/index.asp) for more detailed info on the type of equipment you're looking for. Hope this helps you!
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Yes, you can. Remember to make sure the paper is placed in the printer correctly and print on both sheets of paper. Thank you and good luck! I think you will enjoy, if you want to see what I printed out I will give you my email and send a few pics.
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You can only print on one side. I accidentally printed on the back side and the print was faded.
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Yes, toss it and move on with life. Mine was terrific at first too, and then converted itself into a piece of junk that defied every effort to restore it. This printer turned out to be a waste. I even bought a replacement print head for mine, and a ton of ink cartridges. Big mistake.
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Correct. Try the Brother Thermal 'Plus' rolled paper. Looks and feels a little better.
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Buy the software called bartender, then print yourself using the fba sku. Also, I would recommend using thermal transfer, not direct if you are using a 200dpi printer. Make sure the media you use is extra sticky. That means you will usually have to buy 50 to 100 rolls at a time, if not through me. I sell special labels myself that are vinyl or metallic based; super sticky! Most of the amazon ebay labels are cheap Chinese labels and will fall off at the warehouse, making your inventory "damaged/unfulfillable"
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Thanks for responding! In spite of the lack of reviews, I've decided to give this printer a try ... I'll let you know how that choice turns out!
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Yes you can print just about anything on it, just like a regular printer. If all you are looking for is a regular printer there are other printers out there you can buy that are cheaper than this one.
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If it were me, I would use the manufacturer's specification to justify the amount of load that the printer could hold. It's not what other people say but what the manufacturer recommends. By doing this, I would free myself from any personal liability due to my mistakes. Hope this will help you.
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You should have everything you need to make a print. I use an inkjet printer.
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I did exactly that. The process was simple. However, the heated bed will require a larger power supply and heat output will be insufficient at 12 volts. I also felt uncomfortable drawing the higher currents required through the PC board electronics. What I did was attach a separate 12 volt mechanical relay to the heat bed output and ran 24 volts from a separate 8 amp power supply to the heated bed. Heat control and heat output are excellent, gets to over 100c quickly. Control has been excellant.
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Yes, too much, but there are adjustments to print color and density that can be made when you want to print. If you already own the printer, check the online user manual.